Weyerhaeuser magnate McCormick seeks U S Senate seat in Washington
The timber industry tycoon Robert Laird McCormick, longtime Weyerhaeuser secretary and Wisconsin political figure, pursues a U S Senate bid in Washington amid rising progressive sentiment and opposition to corporate influence. He faces scrutiny over ties to Northern Pacific and past defeats as he campaigns on a path back to national influence.
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Robert Inaird McCormick
Weyerhaeuser Timber Company
United States Senate
Washington
Middle West
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Jostling for the Thing I Wanted Sparks Peace Motif
The fragment asserts that achieving the desired thing justifies peaceful words and goodwill toward men, elevating harmony as the rationale for restraint and positive sentiment. The line frames peace on earth as the moral justification for speaking favorably.
Mystery Worcester airship sighting stirs local chatter
Residents speculate about a flying craft seen over Worcester with Doctor Cook reportedly involved. Questions arise about the craft’s purpose and the airship’s origin and destination as authorities investigate.
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Doctor Cook
Worcester
Two Partners Cooperate Across Odd Businesses
A dialogue reveals two men in league: one is an undertaker and the other sells automobiles. They do not form a formal partnership but operate in concert on related ventures.
A Feat in Deduction in Magazine Parley
A brief line notes a magazine boasting of taboos about the mother in law and hints the editor faced trouble at home. The quip suggests editorial risk and domestic tension as a witty aside within the piece.
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Jake
Mr Skygack From Mars Visits Earth As Special Correspondent
Mars observer Mr Skygack arrives on Earth as a special correspondent and records wireless observations in his notebook. The alien reporter files notes on human customs technology and daily life.
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Earth
Adversarial Exchange Exposes Pseudo Scientist Figure
A distorted dialogue parodies a confrontation between two figures over accusations of counterfeiting and fraud. The taunts mock credibility while asserting evidence of deception and a supposed Arctic pemmican production scheme.
Fragmented Verse and Gossip Echoes in Letters and Panels
The fragmentary text mixes literary quips, social banter, and cultural snippets. It references fashion costs, marital gifts, envy theories in a satirical tone, prison papers and vaudeville, political debates on women’s suffrage, and a Boston transcript style dialogue about work and appearances.
What the Law Allows Women of Washington
A historical critique of Washington State wrongful death law. It argues widows can sue for damages and dependents may recover, but mothers of deceased children, aged parents, and other dependents receive no compensation. It laments legislative influence by corporations over legal protection for women and families.
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Washington
State of
Wart Healer Becomes Vault Specialist in Mystery Dialog
A quirky exchange describes a brother who is a dermatologist and now claims vault experience. The odd banter hints at a mix of medical skill and hidden expertise while naming a character Adolf and his brother. The dialogue carries a humorous undertone about unlikely career shifts.
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Adolf
Brudder
Beattie Couple Delays Dinner As Auto Won't Crank
A Beattie man and his wife travel to a dinner when their car stalls after being started from a barn. Several attempts fail, a passerby offers help, and the owner finally recalls the missing plug, halting plans for the meal.
A Brave Man The story of bravery from a governor and fire chief
A reporter asks Governor Sprague about bravery. He cites civil bravery as finer than military. A Providence fire chief once ordered a green fireman to carry hose into a collapsing tenement wall. The fireman refused, fearing for his life, and the chief ended up carrying the hose himself.
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Sprague
Narragansett
Providence
Fallacious View of Busyness in a Comic Example
The piece argues against the belief that usefulness equals constant activity. A dog with fleas is busiest when fleas abound, snapping at files between bites, implying no real purpose in busy behavior. A young man with a cheap watch shows similar mock busyness by constantly winding and smoking, yet remains of little value.
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Tex
Engaging Talker Proposes Marriage in Chicago
A lively remark from the Chicago Journal notes Mr. Hardcash, described as the most engaging talker, called on me last evening and asked me to marry him. The exchange highlights his persuasive charm and a surprising proposal.
Furniture Adette Sets Offers Low Wheat Prices
Local ad notes Davenports and Sani tary Couches in a wheat array at 708-10 Vike St Waldorf Nidg. Prices claim zero per cent savings and call attention to furniture display with a rye tone.
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Vike
Humorous Observations From The Chicago News
A collection of wry aphorisms about people and money. The speaker notes that lies to a child have no excuse, a single bumblebee is better than two in a band, and even a neighbor can be a nuisance. It ends with a quip on money and appetite, reflecting light social commentary.
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Cordelia
Chicago News
Witty Maxims From a Gossiping Village
A collection of aphorisms reflecting on life’s deserts, limitations, and the futility of grand promises. The piece notes village gossip as virulent yet harmless because it is unbelievable, and mocks the idea of bluffing one’s spouse versus self deception.
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New York Press
Prairie Chicks Self Slaughter Case Raises Law Loophole
Nebraska City report details a case where an Omaha man was found with a defunct prairie chicken in his game bag despite a law against killing prairie chickens. He argued the bird killed itself while perched in his hat, prompting debate that the game law may need revision to prevent self slaughter.
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Nebraska City
Neb
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